The Chicago White Sox are monitoring Shane Smith's performance as the season progresses, planning for shorter outings to optimize his effectiveness. Smith faced challenges during a recent game, allowing two home runs but achieving five strikeouts. He heads to the All-Star Game as the team's sole representative, with a season record of 3-7 and a 4.26 ERA. Additionally, first baseman Tim Elko has been placed on the injured list due to a knee sprain, impacting the team lineup alongside new acquisition Will Robertson.
Smith permitted two runs on back-to-back homers by Daniel Schneemann and Angel MartÃnez in the second inning. The rookie right-hander struck out five and walked none in his 18th start on the year.
Venable described the second-half plan for Smith as 'start by start.' 'We have to find ways to be creative,' he said. 'We have to find ways to do the right thing.'
Smith is going to Tuesday's All-Star Game in Atlanta as Chicago's lone selection for the AL team. He is 3-7 with a 4.26 ERA in 18 starts and 86 2/3 innings.
First baseman Tim Elko was placed on the 10-day injured list before the second game because of a right knee sprain. Elko struck out looking in the first in his only at-bat.
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